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New York becomes the first US city to implement congestion pricing

  • New York City is starting the first congestion pricing scheme in the US on January 5, charging drivers up to $9 per day to enter certain areas.
  • The scheme aims to reduce traffic congestion and fund the subway system, despite facing opposition from local officials and taxi drivers' associations.
  • Governor Kathy Hochul initially paused the plan but revived it after assessing its potential benefits at a lower fee.
  • President-Elect Donald Trump and local Republicans have called for intervention to stop the scheme, citing its negative impact on businesses and commuters.
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Other major cities in the world, including London and Stockholm, have similar schemes, but this is the first in the United States.

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New York City has become the first American city to impose a toll on motorists entering downtown in an effort to reduce traffic congestion. Starting Sunday, drivers will pay $9 (220 crowns) to enter Manhattan during rush hour, the AP reported.

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